Direct Support Professional (DSP) -ID
About The Position
Fitzmaurice Community Services, Inc. (FCS) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1966 that supports adults with behavioral health and intellectual disabilities. FCS aims to empower clients to achieve independence, individuality, productivity, and inclusion in the community. They provide environments that promote growth, success, and friendships through diverse programs and services. The organization is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide individualized support and care in a licensed community residential facility. DSPs assist individuals with daily living skills, personal care, and community engagement, promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Requirements
- 18 years or older
- Pass and maintain Medication Certification standard & CPR/First Aid Certifications
- Provide and maintain a valid U.S. Driver’s License and able to be insured on company policy
- Ability to function in a team environment.
- Ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist with personal care such as: transferring individual for bathing, household tasks, and grocery shopping.
- Properly perform the techniques taught in CPR-AED/ First Aid.
- Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques up to 25lbs.
- Behave in professional manner; complete training programs; attend required meeting
- Basic computer skills
- Maintain annual required training hours for position
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for persons in a community residential setting.
- Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills in a community residential setting.
- Assist individuals in maintaining their physical health and hygiene.
- Medication Administration
- Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.
- Demonstrate and coach the individuals using approved techniques and strategies.
- Participate in the maintenance of overall operation of a community residential setting.
- Follow Agency policy and procedures.
- Participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.
- Document activities on your shift
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
